Fast Walk: Defining Speed, Health Benefits, and Improvement Tips
A fast walk is generally considered a pace of 3.0 to 4.5 miles per hour (mph), which elevates the heart rate into a moderate-intensity exercise zone, ...
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Dr. Hart is a Registered Dietitian (RD) focused on sustainable nutrition. She helps demystify diet culture and promotes a balanced approach to eating for long-term health and performance.
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Yasso 800s: The Creator, How They Work, and Training Considerations
The Yasso 800s, a popular running workout and marathon pace predictor, were created by Bart Yasso, the former Chief Running Officer for Runner's World...
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Planks: Understanding, Mastering, Variations, and Integration
Exercising with planks involves maintaining a rigid, straight-line body, engaging core muscles for isometric stability, and progressing through modifi...
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Core Strength: Definition, Anatomy, Functions, and Training Principles
Core strength refers to the robust functional capacity of the deep and superficial muscles of the torso, hips, and pelvis to stabilize the spine, effi...
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Carrying Keys While Running: Strategies, Accessories, and Best Practices
Effectively carrying keys while running requires balancing security, comfort, and accessibility through specialized apparel, accessories, or minimalis...
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Cobra Asana (Bhujangasana): Benefits, Step-by-Step Guide, and Modifications
The Cobra Asana (Bhujangasana) is a foundational back-bending yoga pose that strengthens the spine, opens the chest, stretches the front of the body, ...
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Beginner Running: Understanding an 11-Minute Mile, Benefits, and Training Strategies
For beginner runners, an 11-minute mile is a commendable achievement, but a "good" pace is ultimately one that is sustainable, enjoyable, an...
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Chest Training with Shoulder Issues: Safe Exercises, Modifications, and Principles
Effectively training your chest with shoulder issues requires understanding limitations, modifying exercises and technique, and prioritizing shoulder ...
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Treadmill SA Mode: Understanding Its Purpose, Activation, and Troubleshooting
SA mode in a treadmill is a crucial safety mechanism designed to automatically detect and respond to conditions indicating a malfunction, excessive st...
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